1) Fireworks is a pop … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Fireworks is a pop punk band from Detroit, Michigan consisting of David Mackinder, Tymm Rengers, Chris Mojan, Kyle O'Neil, and Brett Jones. They are a group of individuals creating a sound with enough pop quality to keep your little sister's attention, and enough edge to rid them of "guilty pleasure" status. Hailing from stereotypically suburban metro Detroit, Fireworks is comprised of five electric personalities with endless influences. Together they create a unique blend of "infectious, well-written punk with an undeniable sense of melody." They are currently signed to Triple Crown Records and Run For Cover Records.
www.myspace.com/fireworks
2) Fireworks was an early '90s garage rock band from Dallas, Texas, that consisted of: Darin Lin Wood (Blacktop, Black Snakes, Red Devils, Jackknife, '68 Comeback and Cat Fur), James Arthur (Necessary Evils, AAAA New Memphis Legs, A Feast of Snakes, Viva L'american Death Ray Music, CC Riders and Golden Boys) and Janet Walker (Blacktop and Cat Fur).
3) Fireworks is a christian poprock band from the 70's/80's. Fireworks started as a vocal trio with Marty McCall, Gary Pigg and Gwen Moore singing backup vocals on songs by B.J. Thomas and Amy Grant. In 1977 they released their debut on Myrrh Records with a pop/adult contemporary sound, but switched to a more rock-infused sound when they changed record labels to MCA. Marty McCall went on to be a part of the popular vocal group First Call. Their pre-MCA second album, Shatter The Darkness, is considered by some to be their high musical watermark.
4) The Fireworks are an indiepop band based in London/Brighton UK. Started in 2011 by Matthew Rimell (Big Pink Cake), the lineup now includes Emma Hall (ex-Pocketbooks), Isabel Albiol (ex-Things in Herds) and Shaun Charman (ex-The Popguns/The Wedding Present). A first EP was released on Shelflife in early 2013 with the previous drummer Carys, with another EP expected later in the year. FireworksGoPop.
I Support Same Sex Marriage
Fireworks Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
"Look around, It's obvious!"
But further down your arm from that bracelet on your wrist
Your armpit's getting sore from that crutch that you've been living with
You want to love him but you don't know how
I can live with I don't know how
When you open that book you close your mind
Trust yourself and no one else
Before something else
When you spend all your time with your eyes to the sky
You end up looking down your nose just to look me in the eye
I see you handing out a pocket sized version of ten rules
Just over the property line of your high school
You're filling a dark room with hopes that no one will see
To turn on a light you have to get up off your knees
So get up off your knees
You always bring me down
The lyrics to Fireworks's song I Support Same Sex Marriage speak to the struggle of accepting and supporting the LGBTQ+ community in a world where discrimination and bigotry are still widespread. The first line "You're a classic case of, 'Look around, It's obvious!'" references the fact that people often say that it's obvious when someone is gay or lesbian, but then struggle to accept them for who they are. The line "Your armpit's getting sore from that crutch that you've been living with" suggests that the person is relying too heavily on their beliefs and prejudices instead of opening their minds and hearts to new perspectives.
The song also touches on the struggle to show love to someone when you don't know how. The line "You want to love him but you don't know how" speaks to the struggle of accepting someone for who they are when it goes against what society has taught you. The line "When you open that book you close your mind" suggests that people rely too heavily on religious texts and their interpretations, instead of thinking for themselves.
The chorus of the song encourages people to trust themselves and not listen to what others say or what societal norms dictate. The line "When you spend all your time with your eyes to the sky, you end up looking down your nose just to look me in the eye" speaks to the idea that people who are quick to judge and condemn others can often end up being hypocritical and self-righteous.
Overall, the song speaks to the struggle of acceptance and the importance of thinking for yourself instead of blindly following societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
You're a classic case of, 'Look around, It's obvious!'
You are clearly aware of LGBTQ+ rights and equality but are not willing to accept and support same-sex marriage openly.
But further down your arm from that bracelet on your wrist, Your armpit's getting sore from that crutch that you've been living with
Your outwardly displayed support for social justice and equal rights may appear genuine but your lack of vocal support shows that it is actually more of an inconvenience for you.
You want to love him but you don't know how, I can live with I don't know how, When you open that book you close your mind
You may be struggling with your own beliefs or lack of understanding towards same-sex relationships and you cannot admit that to yourself. You refuse to learn and grow intellectually in that direction.
Trust yourself and no one else, Before something else
You need to trust your own heart and the values you were taught before blindly following the crowd or societal expectations.
When you spend all your time with your eyes to the sky, You end up looking down your nose just to look me in the eye
You are so deep into your own beliefs that you fail to recognize others as equals and may unknowingly appear as judgemental or condescending to others who don't share your beliefs.
I see you handing out a pocket-sized version of ten rules, Just over the property line of your high school
Your advocacy for traditional values often comes off as preachy and more about exerting control over others than anything. You believe your beliefs are right and you are not afraid to dictate them upon others.
You're filling a dark room with hopes that no one will see, To turn on a light you have to get up off your knees, So get up off your knees
You have ideals that are unpopular and maybe even bigoted, but you hope to keep them hidden and avoid scrutiny. If you want to make a difference and create genuine positivity, you need to be brave and stand up for what you believe in, even if it's unpopular.
You always bring me down
Your lack of support for the LGBTQ+ community and same-sex marriage is disheartening and negatively impacts those who are fighting for their rights and recognition.
Contributed by Camilla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@711frances
this is a great song just another reason to love this band
@BaCkInnAm147
This song tells a hell of a story
@xXMexiRokrXx
fireworks <3 fuckin sick band. love em!!!!
@TheiTzBros
Happy gay day!
@ilovecloudythegiant
i see what you're getting at, but that message totally defeats its purpose within itself.
@itssooofluffyyyyy
@jaredDMI THANK YOU :)
@BeachBabyxo
love this band & this song :) Gay pride!
@calmyoshiz
I think that's the point. Though to be funny.
@xXMexiRokrXx
@HowISeeItToday i think opposing homosexuality is a personal view and not exactly one of the church. also people need to quit hiding behind the bible to express their own personal thoughts and trying to find a page in the bible to say that someone else's beliefs and lifestyle is wrong
@miguelkpeters
ACTUALLY, marriage is an institution of almost EVERY religion. It's been around long before Christianity, so to claim it's something only to Christians, is absolutely ludicrous and narrow minded.